Fairs, festivals, summer air—New Hampshire is in full celebration mode. We break down where to soak up the season while it lasts below.

Here’s what’s inside today’s newsletter:

🥔 NH’s most-loved potato chips

👉 NH man arrested for illegal voting is a registered Republican, Trump supporter

📅 Can’t-miss events for your calendar

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Instacart compiled a list of the most popular potato chip brands in every state. This may not be a huge surprise, but Cape Cod Chips were the most popular across New England.

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The man arrested last week by New Hampshire authorities for voter fraud in three separate state elections was a registered Republican and vocal supporter of President Donald Trump, public records and social media posts show. Colin Booth and our intern Varsha Senthil break it down.

🎶 Great Waters Music Festival
Wolfeboro & Moultonborough, through Aug. 27

This summer music series brings classical, jazz, and pop concerts to venues like Brewster Academy and Castle in the Clouds.  
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🎸 Rockin’ the Park
Lancaster, Fridays, through Aug. 8
A free weekly concert series at the Lancaster gazebo featuring local and regional bands.
Schedule:
• Aug. 1 – DRKSIDE
• Aug. 8 – Broke and Ugly
More info

🎟 Disney’s Freaky Friday
Portsmouth, through Aug. 10
This modern musical about a mother and daughter who swap lives is on stage most Thursdays through Sundays at Prescott Park. Includes ASL-supported performances on select dates.
More info

🎨 91st Annual League of New Hampshire Craftsmen’s Fair
Newbury, Aug. 2–10
One of the oldest craft fairs in the country, featuring fine handmade goods at Mount Sunapee Resort.
More info

🎟 Cheshire Fair
Swanzey, July 31–Aug. 3
A classic county fair with rides, animals, tractor pulls, and more at the fairgrounds on Monadnock Highway.
More info

🏍 Jericho ATV Weekend
Berlin, Aug. 1–2
Thousands of riders take to the trails at Jericho Mountain State Park for mud races, demos, and scenic rides.
More info

🎈 43rd Annual Suncook Valley Hot Air Balloon Rally
Pittsfield, Aug. 1–3
Balloon launches, tethered rides, skydivers, fireworks, and a full weekend of fun at Drake Field.
More info

🎟 Belknap County 4-H Fair
Belmont, Aug. 2–3
Celebrate local youth with livestock shows, exhibits, and hands-on fun on Mile Hill Road.
More info

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